
Reefhouse Resort & Marina
Best for families and watersports: Reefhouse has a private beach, an on-site marina with dive/fishing charters, kid-friendly dining, and family suites.
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Reefhouse Resort & Marina is a 4.5-star, family-friendly waterfront resort in Key Largo with a private beach, marina, multiple restaurants, and a full-service spa — read this if you want a resort with on-site watersports and family amenities. Courtyard by Marriott Key Largo is a 3-star Marriott-branded waterfront hotel aimed at travelers who value predictable Marriott service and a convenient location near John Pennekamp — read this if you prefer a recognizable brand and simple business-friendly facilities.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for families and watersports: Reefhouse has a private beach, an on-site marina with dive/fishing charters, kid-friendly dining, and family suites.

Best for brand-minded travelers and simple stays: Courtyard offers Marriott consistency, on-site Bistro dining, and easy access to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
When Reefhouse wins: choose Reefhouse if you want more resort-style amenities — private beach access, multiple dining bars, a marina with watersports and dive/fishing options, a full-service spa, and larger event spaces for weddings or groups.
When Courtyard wins: pick Courtyard if you prefer a straightforward Marriott experience with reliable service, a single easy-to-navigate building, free self parking, a business center and quick access to nearby attractions like John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
Bottom line: Reefhouse is the better choice for a resort vacation with watersports, family facilities, and a spa; Courtyard is a solid, simpler alternative for travelers who want Marriott-brand predictability near Key Largo’s main attractions.
| Category | Reefhouse Resort & Marina | Courtyard |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-focused, family-friendly waterfront property with marina, beach, spa and multiple restaurants | Marriott-branded waterfront hotel with business amenities and a single on-site restaurant (The Bistro) |
| Location | Waterfront on 17 acres, a few minutes' walk to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park | |
| Size (rooms) | 153 accommodations | 91 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All-ages resort; children 17 and under stay free with an adult; main guest must be 21 to check in | All-ages property; main guest must be 21 to check in |
| Pools & hot tubs | Heated-and-cooled outdoor pool(s) (two pool areas reported) plus a hot tub | One outdoor pool and one hot tub |
| Restaurants & bars | Three venues: Gus' Grille (breakfast/lunch/dinner), Breezer's Tiki Bar (drinks/live music), Flipper's Pool Bar | The Bistro (restaurant), bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe; cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee |
| Spa / wellness | Full-service spa (By the Bay / Opal Spa) with scheduled hours and a 24-hour fitness center | Not published |
| Marina & watersports | On-site marina offering diving, snorkeling, fishing charters, parasailing, kayaks, wave runners and more | Marina on site and motorized watercraft on site; watersports available nearby |
| Business & events | Extensive event space and multiple wedding venues (indoor and outdoor options up to several hundred guests) | 24-hour business center, one meeting room and wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces |
| Parking & connectivity | On-site self-parking and valet; high-speed Wi‑Fi included via resort fee | Free self parking and complimentary WiFi |
Reefhouse sits on 17 acres of waterfront overlooking Key Largo Bay, steps from marine activities and a short drive to local attractions.
Choose Reefhouse for on-site waterfront access and immediate proximity to dive/snorkel departures.
Courtyard is a waterfront Marriott-branded hotel in Key Largo, within easy walking distance of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
Choose Courtyard for a convenient, recognizable hotel close to Key Largo’s main snorkel/diving departure points.
Reefhouse offers 153 rooms and suites, including multiple 1- and 2-bedroom suite options and family configurations.
Pick Reefhouse if you need family suites, bay-front views, or more room-type variety.
Courtyard has 91 individually decorated guestrooms in standard room and marina-view variants.
Choose Courtyard for compact, straightforward rooms with accessible options and marina views.
Reefhouse has three on-site venues focused on seafood, poolside bites, and tiki-bar cocktails.
Reefhouse is the option if you want several on-site dining choices and evening entertainment.
Courtyard's F&B is centered on The Bistro, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe.
Choose Courtyard for dependable, compact dining and quick café service.
Reefhouse emphasizes waterfront recreation: private beach access, heated/cooled pools, and marina activities.
Reefhouse is geared to guests who plan to swim, snorkel or spend time on a private beach and marina.
Courtyard offers a waterfront setting, an outdoor pool, and marina access to water activities.
Pick Courtyard for a simpler waterfront stay with pool and marina access close to the park.
Reefhouse provides a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness center and live evening entertainment at the tiki bar.
Reefhouse suits guests who want spa bookings, fitness access and casual nighttime entertainment on-property.
Courtyard focuses on basics: a business center plus public spaces for evening drinks; spa services are not published.
Choose Courtyard if you need business amenities and a quiet evening bar; book spa treatments off-property if desired.

Reefhouse — private beach, kids stay free policy, family suites, arcade/game room and kid-friendly dining.

Reefhouse — on-site marina with dive/snorkel charters, fishing trips and watersports vendors.

Courtyard — Marriott standards, predictable service and business-friendly amenities like a 24-hour business center.

Courtyard — smaller property with straightforward rooms, free self-parking and an on-site Bistro for quick meals.
Reefhouse — it explicitly markets as family-friendly, children 17 and under stay free, and it offers family suites, a kids' program and kid-friendly dining.
No — neither property is all-inclusive. Reefhouse charges a mandatory resort fee; cooked-to-order breakfasts at both hotels are generally an extra charge.
Both are within easy reach; each property lists the state park as a short walk or drive away — Courtyard and Reefhouse are about 0.8 km apart and both provide convenient access.
Not published — the supplier listing for Courtyard does not list an on-site full-service spa, while Reefhouse publishes a full-service spa.
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